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ED BRUBAKER and SEAN PHILLIPS, bestselling creators of PULP, RECKLESS, and CRIMINAL, are back with a new original graphic novel that readers will be obsessed with...
A boarding house full of druggies. A neglected housewife. A young girl who thinks she's a superhero. A cop who wants to be left alone. And a private detective looking for a runaway girl. These stories collide one fateful summer in WHERE THE BODY WAS, a tale of love and murder in the suburbs, told from a dozen different points of view. All the neighbors on the block have an opinion about the murder and how it happened, but which of them is telling the truth?
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WHERE THE BODY WAS is a book that exists in its own class and genre. It rises above the simple tropes of murder mysteries to bring us more than just intrigue. Read Full Review
On the scripting side, Brubaker gets to blend his romantic impulses with his bonafide mystery-writing skills, never fully succumbing to the pull of nostalgia. Phillipss linework is a powerful element that expertly weaves time and space into a path through the past, showcasing the darker elements in the beautiful. Rich and picturesque coloring from [Jacob] Phillips rounds out the aesthetics of the book, creating a palette that engages with the reminiscing of the past while avoiding its addictive trappings. Like a true circuit, this book builds itself around a start and finish; the good and bad of Pelican Street. Read Full Review
"Where the Body Was stands apart as an unorthodox narrative in both the Brubaker/Phillips canon and the murder mystery genre. It transcends typical storytelling, inviting readers into a world so vivid it feels real. This graphic novel, published by Image Comics, is not just a story; it's an immersive journey, a mature masterpiece that demands a spot on your bookshelf. Read Full Review
Ed Brubaker's script is top notch. The characters and the set ups and the dialogue are all great. He is one of the best writers out there. Sean Phillips just seems to be getting better on the artwork too. His pacing and his graphics are pretty incredible. His son, Jacob Phillips, provides the color and it is an effective job. This is one of the best releases of the year. This book will haunt my thoughts for many years to come. Read Full Review
Ed Brubaker's script is top notch. The characters and the set ups and the dialogue are all great. He is one of the best writers out there. Sean Phillips just seems to be getting better on the artwork too. His pacing and his graphics are pretty incredible. His son, Jacob Phillips, provides the color and it is an effective job. This is one of the best releases of the year. This book will haunt my thoughts for many years to come. Read Full Review
While Where the Body Was sees Sean Phillips, Jacob Phillips, and Ed Brubaker shift into a lower key mode, the resulting comic is as beautifully constructed and thrilling as ever. Read Full Review
Absolutely great character work and making each characters story matter. It's really more about the stories of their lives than in the actual mystery itself.
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